Session Log 8/2/2000 Log
-- Start log: Wednesday, August 2, 2000 9:12:45 pm LunaSoft MOO time --
GM says, "*** START SESSION ***"
GM says, "(need to get that in the log :)"
John tries to get his bearings after a lot of day-dreaming over the past few weeks.
GM [to johan]: you've read the previous couple of logs?
Corin says, "(we just got to the city, right?)"
GM says, "right"
GM says, "it is late afternoon"
John nods.
GM says, "Garomach: i have not been to Cavillonum before, but we should be able to find a decent place to stay within the inner city."
Corin nods. "And maybe some people who want these statues."
John stays close to Renard.
Bodoni (Where is our ultimate destination again? I mean beside death.)
GM says, "quick geography note (i mentioned this last time): the inner city is the part within the city walls. there is also an outer city in which the poorer areas are located. the lone Catholic church in the city is outside the walls."
GM says, "the ultimate destination is Tolosa, probably at least 2 weeks from here if you humped it"
Corin says, "Maybe we should pass these out near that church outside the city?""
GM says, "you've been away from Praesus for five days"
Bodoni (okay, thanks. The name had slipped my mind)
GM says, "Joseph: Corin, the problem is that the church here, sadly, does not get many visitors. We must spread the faith and the truth about our lord Jesus to the local Arians as well."
Bodoni looks about "I'm anxious to get into the city proper. I'm sure there's lots to do in there."
GM says, "Garomach leads you all to the main gate in the city wall"
GM says, "there are two guards there. Garomach approaches them and converses briefly."
Corin keeps to the back of the group.
GM says, "you can overhear that the guards are warning him that Cavillonum is a peaceful place and not to show a bare blade or wear armor within the walls. some coins pass from Garomach to the lead guard and he motions you through."
Bodoni (BTW, were there any gambling parlors and such in these cities, GM?)
GM says, "oh, undoubtedly :) and prostitutes, Corin :)"
GM says, "i know you were asking about that earlier"
John is a bit nervous about this big city and would like to get to bed early.
GM says, "one sec: one the phone with jason re new modem"
Corin has disconnected.
Bodoni (I was afraid of that. Corin just lagged off looks like)
Corin has connected.
GM says, "nice new computer you have there corin :)"
Bodoni (Ar!! Thar he be! Ar! ;D)
Bodoni (Don't slam the hardware.. ;D We all know it's the connection.)
Corin says, "(heh, I was ovreclocking it to 968 Mhz"
Bodoni (wowzers!)
GM says, "so Garomach has little trouble locating an inn that is within the city walls and therefore is of fairly decent quality, but not too expensive. he procures three rooms, one for him and two for the six of you, and has the stable take care of the horse and cart."
Corin says, "I'll take one of the beds, if you can call it that."
Corin says, "Although I may be more comfortable outside wid the horse."
Bodoni rubs his hands together "Well, I'm going to have a look around. Lots of things to do before the days out."
GM says, "one second again, sorry"
Corin says, "Any of those women here you was telling me about, Bodoni?"
Bodoni grins, and nods "Come along, and i'll introduce ya to saome of the cities finer points."
Corin looks a little hesitant, but finally slicks back his hair with water and decides to join Bodoni.
Bodoni low, with a grin "Namely the gambling halls and the cat houses."
Corin says, "You can lose all ya money wid gambling, though."
Bodoni (wow... lotsa lag over here... hope I don't go kerplunk tonight..)
Bodoni laughs "not if ya gamble the way I do, lad!"
John says, "Johan suggests that he and Renard eat in the inn."
GM says, "Garomach wants to go out and talk to some people as well, so he goes with bodoni and corin"
Bodoni (Garomach's pretty cool for a Lord. :D)
Corin feels important, walking around the city with Lord Garomach.
GM says, "Joseph stays behind with Renard and Johan and discusses strategy with them"
Corin tucks his money deep into his waistband.
GM says, "Joseph: we should go visit the church tomorrow morning and talk to the priest there"
John says, "aren't we supposed to be delivering these figurines to Tolosa?"
Bodoni (BTW, what did they call prostitute house back in the day?)
Bodoni (anyone know?)
GM says, "Joseph: i'm sure we can sell some of the figurines to his parishioners, and if we split up we can sell lots more to the Arians in town"
Bodoni (Gambling halls for that matter too. Hm..)
GM [to Bodoni]: i believe prostitutes were called "lupanars", actually, but i'm not sure what their houses were called
Corin says, "(so thats where putana can from :P)"
GM says, "most common lupanars walk the streets, though"
John is a little confused.
GM says, "oh, i almost forgot another geography note (sorry i don't have a map for Cavillonum yet)... Cavillonum is a city on the Sauna River, as i mentioned previously"
GM [to johan]: by what?
GM says, "so the city has docks and does a fair amount of river trade"
GM says, "there are plenty of lupanars down by the docks"
Bodoni (Bodoni'll look for something a little better for Corin)
John says, "I thought we were supposed to be transporting the figurines, not selling them."
Corin has disconnected.
Bodoni Bodoni keeps his eye out for any gambling halls as well
Bodoni (Hm..me thinks corin doth have troubles. )
GM [to johan]: nope
Bodoni (the head monk wanted us to sell them, and donate most of the cash to the church, John.)
GM [to Bodoni]: Garomach hears you and Corin discussing the issue of women, considers a bit, and decides to go along with
John says, "Gee - don't overdo it on the clarification."
Bodoni (all right Garomach! he da man! ;D)
GM says, "Garomach: it has been too long since i was out in the world"
Bodoni (John, huh?)
John says, "Forgive me for catching up here, but why are we going to Tolosa (or are we?)"
GM says, "ok, since we're only two people right now, i'll take a break and catch johan up"
GM [to johan]: have you, in fact, read the last two logs?
Bodoni (okie dokie... gotta make a quick food run. :D)
GM [to johan]: i'd just like to know so i can figure out whether you are just confused or whether you haven't read it at all
The housekeeper arrives to cart Corin off to bed.
John says, "Yes, but I didn't memorize them. I admit I did scan occassionally. I'm just asking for the highlights to jog my memory."
John says, "I have the last one still printed out. I can search through it for several minutes of you could tell me. I suppose I was just trying to make it simple."
GM says, "ok. you're going to Tolosa because Marshal Hrothgar and Faiseric think Miraguntha (the witch) has a daughter there who may seek revenge"
GM says, "for some reason that's not completely clear, this really spooks them and they want to head this off"
GM says, "Garomach was sent with this ragtag crew because the able-bodied Franks are needed in case war breaks out, which is appears to be about to"
John says, "and Garomach is NOT an able-bodied Frank?"
GM says, "the first major stop along the way is Cavillonum, a Burgundian city. along the way to Cavillonum you met a group of ascetic monks who asked you to take their figurines into Cavillonum and sell them to support Catholicism in its battle against the Arian heresy"
GM says, "no, Garomach has one useless arm"
John says, "righto"
John says, "Lucky us"
John says, "Alright. I'll follow along. That helps a lot."
John says, "To me, the logs are hard to follow with all the riff-raff in them."
GM says, "naturally, the idea of Arian heresies is totally over Renard and Johan's head. you can only nod along as Joseph discusses it over dinner at the inn."
John says, "right"
John says, "sounds like we're pretty useless here."
John says, "for sure neither of us have any money to spend (nor would I)"
Bodoni (Shoulda come with us, John. Gambling, booze and women. :))
John says, "No, we poor folks like to take it easy."
Bodoni (lol!)
GM says, "one sec"
Bodoni (John.. I forgot your character was a mace fighter. What kind of hammer is that? A war hammer? 2 handed?)
John nods.
Bodoni (Cool.. never actually held one of those. I hefted a short sword once.)
John says, "All the more more mashing - should the need come."
John unstraps his weapon and hefts it up over his head - trying to look impressive.
Caralchis has arrived.
Bodoni (I was 12 or so..not totally heavy, but it'd be tireing to swing it :D)
Caralchis says, "hey, I just got home a while ago and finally got around to reading my e-mail"
GM says, "hey, caralchis, good to see you"
Caralchis says, "...so i haven't read the log from the session on sunday yet"
Bodoni (Hi Caralchis)
John says, "Good for building fences too!"
GM says, "looks like Corin's overclocking may have fried his video card, so he may be out for the evening :("
Caralchis says, "eee"
Bodoni (oh, damn...and he so wanted to play out his prostitute angle. :P)
GM [to Caralchis]: well, i'll summarize: you encountered a group of ascetic monks led by a certain Aphasius
John says, "So, what's that leave us with? Bodini, Caralchis, and Me?"
Bodoni (yup, John.)
GM [to Caralchis]: Aphasius asked you all to tote a couple of hundred pounds of figurines that the monks had crafted to Cavillonum (your first major stop on the way to Tolosa) and sell them there
GM [to Caralchis]: for the purpose of supporting the catholic church against the Arians
Bodoni (Bodini? :D The Fabulous Bodini! Magician extraordinaire! ;D)
GM [to johan]: yes, assuming Jason doesn't show up and Corin can't make it back
GM says, "caralchis, any questions then?"
John says, "well, give us some directions, especially since I'm camping out in the inn. "
Bodoni (Hey! Are we gonna use the intoxication/drinking rules from GURPS: Callahan's Crosstime Saloon? ;D)
Caralchis says, "i guess not"
Caralchis says, "i'm assuming we wnt a long with the idea..."
GM [to Bodoni]: i'd use them if it matter, otherwise GM whim works fine :)
Renard has arrived.
GM [to Caralchis]: sure... Joseph is very hip to the idea. Garomach is grumblingly willing to go along with it
Bodoni (<---- loves drinking/intox rules. :D)
Renard says, "alrighty then!"
Caralchis says, "those the same ones in compendium 2? they seemd pretty complicated to me"
GM [to Renard]: yo!
Renard says, "dan, whisper me what's happened up til now. Please try to be verbose"
Bodoni (Not once you get the hang of them...everything in gurps looks that way until you practice with a bit. :D)
GM [to Renard]: caralchis just now showed up as well, and we've had problems extraordinaire thus far
GM says, "so, back to the game then :)"
GM says, "garomach, bodoni and corin are out enjoying the town"
GM says, "joseph, caralchis, renard and johan are back at the inn. joseph, usually quiet, is quite animated, describing in boring detail the idiocy of the Arian heresy and the righteousness of your mission."
GM says, "Joseph can't wait to get started in the morning."
Bodoni (LOL!)
John says, "Have we had dinner yet?"
John would like to get a good night's rest.
GM says, "sure, let's say you did"
John says, "then I suggest we turn in early and get started in the morning."
GM says, "joseph goes along with that. caralchis? renard? anything you want to do before bed?"
Caralchis says, "nope"
Renard enjoys dinner with Johan, and assuming that it's dark and he's tired from the travel, would love to hit the sack. A room in an inn is a rarity...
GM says, "ok, how do you split up the rooms? note that you have two rooms for the six of you and Garomach has his own room."
Caralchis isn't particularaly picky about his bedfellows
GM says, "also note that bodoni and corin are away :)"
Renard [to GM]: I'm waiting for a copy of the log in email from dan, so I can figure out what's going on, but obviously Johan and I are roommates.
John says, "my cut and paste isn't working, maybe James can do it."
John says, "there a 2 rooms for 6 of us, so someone else must be joining."
Renard rolls his eyes, though after 25-odd years, he's come to expect as much...
John says, "Let's fast-forward to morning unless Bodini and the boys are going to get into some trouble."
Bodoni rolls 3 + 0.
Result [2 1 1] = 4 + 0 = 4.
John says, "sounds like they got laid for free!"
GM says, "i can't cut and paste, because i've got whispered text in my log... not much has happened, Renard, so don't worry about it"
Bodoni (made by 8! Cool...)
GM says, "(whispering, sorry for the delay)"
Renard [to GM]: you don't *have* to whisper, if it might be halfway amusing for us, and we're in bed asleep anyhow...
GM says, "so Corin succeeds in his personal mission and drunkedly regales bodoni and Garomach with the details on the way home"
Bodoni (LOL!)
GM says, "the next morning the four who retired early wake up first"
Bodoni when the morning comes tell the others what I've learned, after I awaken
GM says, "it's renard, johan and corin in one room... caralchis, joseph and bodoni in the other... Garomach in his own"
Renard [to GM]: I don't even know what the town is like, etc. So could you catch up me on the relevant details, at least?
GM [to Renard]: the town is walled, but part of it is outside and part inside the walls
GM [to Renard]: the outer part is poor, the inner part better off. the town is also on a river (the Sauna) and does a river trade with Lugdunum and points south
GM [to Renard]: you may recall that Garomach mentioned the Sauna flows into the Mediterranean
Renard [to GM]: how large, where is the inn? Who's in charge?
GM says, "the inn is in the inner city... the city is maybe 10k people, which is decent-sized for the time"
Renard [to GM]: 10k larger than the towns in our area?
Renard [to GM]: *is* 10k larger than the towns in our area?
GM [to Renard]: the largest town in your area, Benecortum, has about 800 people
John gets up and eats a hardy breakfast.
John says, "Joseph, can you unload those carvings so we can move on?"
Renard joins him gladly, hoping for a nice big mug of fresh milk
Bodoni comes down to breakfast (I assume) and begins to eat "I found out some things of interest last night, fellows."
GM says, "corin wakes up with a splitting headache. Garomach also joins you in eating hall but doesn't seem as badly hung over as Corin."
Bodoni says, "the Burgundians and the Visigoths are on the verge of war. And just recently, Lugdunum..was attacked by raiders. Pretty save too."
Bodoni seems to have a slight hangover, but not bad at all
John says, "What's that?"
Bodoni (save=savage)
GM says, "(Lugdunum is a city about 3 days' travel south of here, and also on the Sauna River)"
GM says, "Garomach: you heard it was attacked? i heard it was currently under siege."
GM says, "Garomach: who'd you hear that from anyway?"
Caralchis is about to make a snide remark about Corin's evident exess of drinking, but thinks better of it and eats his breakfast mostly in silence
Bodoni says, "These raiders were definitely NOT visigoths. They were long ragged beards and were esspecially cruel. I hear the leader's name is Perfu. Also not a visigothic name."
GM says, "Corin says very little, tries to move his head as little as possible, and eats very lightly"
Bodoni says, "I don't remember the specifics mi'lord. Perhaps from one of the gamblers in the hall."
John says worriedly, "Is there going to be a war?"
GM says, "Garomach: Perfu? (he perks up momentarily at the name) hmmmm, well, that's more plausible that a siege"
Renard says, "Not with our people, Johan"
Bodoni says, "That's the general assumption from what I gather, but the ones I spoke too knew little of the politics."
Bodoni says, "Renard's right, Johan. Ye needen't worry."
Bodoni says, "Ye know something of this name, Mi'lord?"
Bodoni curious
GM says, "Garomach: (shaking his head) There will probably be war, and soon. We will have to work to avoid it, though."
Renard says, "Baron, do we have any business in this city? "
GM says, "Garomach: It's interesting you heard about the Visigoths going to war against the Burgundians."
John says to Reanrd, "Nobody's take none of our pigs."
GM says, "Garomach glances at Bodoni and appears to choose not to answer that question"
Bodoni curious, re: Visi/Burg connection "How's that, mi'lord?"
Renard laughs, "You know Pop, he'll cut their throats like pigs, if they try
Bodoni respects mi'lords wishes not to answer that question
GM says, "Garomach: I need to find out more about these odd rumors so that we know what we're getting in to. You all help Joseph today and we will meet here tonight."
Bodoni nods "Aye, Mi'lord."
Renard has disconnected.
Bodoni (We've lost Renard.)
GM says, "brb"
Caralchis (I'll notify the next of kin)
Bodoni (Laughs)
Renard has connected.
Bodoni (Yippe! WB Renard.)
Renard shakes his head, after having stared off in thought for a few moments -- "What was that you just said?"
Caralchis says, "me? I said nothing, just a bit of gas"
GM says, "back"
Bodoni rolls 3 + 0.
Result [6 4 2] = 12 + 0 = 12.
Bodoni (Just made it exactly)
GM says, "Garomach finishes his breakfast and goes off"
GM says, "Joseph: ok, then!"
Renard says, "Where is the Baron headed? Does he have business in this city?"
GM says, "Joseph: here's what i had in mind. let's go to the church first, and meet the priest. then we'll decide what's best to do about these figurines."
Bodoni To Renard "He's gone to investigate some rumors, Renard."
Bodoni says nothing more
GM [to Renard]: he told you to help joseph today
Caralchis follows Garomach and asks if he wants me to do anything
Renard says, "ok, Joe - let's go"
GM says, "[Garomach] no thank you, friend Caralchis, not today"
Renard says, "Corin, I'm sure you're itching to see the city. We won't keep you, but keep your nose clean. Be back here for supper."
Bodoni Calls out to Caralchis, hefting a sack "Come on, man..we've got work to do!"
Caralchis strides over toward Bodoni
GM says, "Joseph hefts a sack of his own and leads the way to the church"
John sticks close to Renard and Joseph.
GM says, "Corin says thanks but decides to help out, too"
GM says, "the church is outside the walls, i.e. in the poor part of town. it is a cut stone building, unmortared, and relatively undecorated"
Renard brings his sack, and observes city life around him on the way to the church
Caralchis takes a sack if there's any left and follows everyont to the church
Bodoni moving along with the others, a sack slung over one shoulder
GM says, "it is, once again, and absolutely wonderful day, completely clear blue skies"
GM says, "the experience is somewhat brought down by the bustle of the city, which is unusual to most of you"
GM says, "donkeys pull carts through the streets forcing pedestrians to dodge, housewives dump trash and excrement out of windows into the street"
Bodoni (ah...the good old, bad old days... :P ;D)
GM says, "at the church, joseph opens the door and goes right in"
Renard scowls, "Why would anyone desire to live in such a crowded, filthy place?"
GM says, "the inside is lit primarily by tall, narrow windows which are not glassed in but have wooden shutters that have been opened to let in the morning light"
GM says, "there are also candles strewn about, especially on a table near the door when you walk in"
Bodoni shrugs to Renard "I have lived in both in my time, Renard. Ye get used to it where ever ye live."
GM says, "[Joseph] i'll do the talking here. the priest is probably taking confessions."
Bodoni (Candles... and flammable materials.. ;D)
Caralchis nods in agreement with Bodoni
GM says, "he puts his sack down and enters a confessional, coming back out a minute later as a priest comes out from the other side. the two approach the group."
GM says, "[Joseph] this is Father Dimiter. he has graciously offered to let us sell our figurines outside the church."
John does his best impression of respect.
Bodoni (Watch out!!! He's got a holy handgrenade!! ::duck and covers:: ;D)
Bodoni nods to the father graciously "That's generous of you, father. We thank you."
GM says, "[Dimiter] it is a holy thing you do for the church. it is amazing how much Aphasius' band has been able to produce in the last few years. he is inspired by the virtue of the Lord"
Bodoni (does it strike anyone else as stupid, selling statues in the poorest section of town? ;D)
GM [to Bodoni]: joseph has already pointed this out, actually, and suggested that some people go through town selling to others as well
Bodoni says, "Aye. He is truly dedicated to such a pious cause."
Bodoni (Ah.. that's good then. I missed that bit. :))
GM says, "[Joseph] two of us will stay and work here; the rest of you take some of the figurines and spread out, trying to sell them to any other takers."
Renard says, "How many believers are in this parish?"
GM says, "[Joseph] Corin, will you stay here with me?"
Bodoni (Jospeh.. trying to turn Corin back to the side of the light.. when I've worked so hard to corrupt the lad.. ;D)
GM says, "[Dimiter] this parish is a troubled one, sitting as it does in the midst of a sea of heresy. we can boast no more than a few hundred true Christians amid the hoard of sinners around us."
Renard says, "I beg your pardon, Father, but this seems like an awful large number of figurines to try and sell in a matter of one or two days. Shouldn't you sell them over a period of time?"
GM says, "[Corin] i'm not feeling too well today, Joseph, but i'll stay"
Renard says, "My brother and I are not studied in the scriptures, I'm afraid to say, so we wouldn't make ideal evangelists "
Bodoni (Joseph--It's the devil's brew, boy! Repent, repent! :D)
GM says, "[Dimiter] it is all i can do to keep the church here going, lad, much less become a merchant! i would be happy to accept any left over figurines you have when it is time for you to proceed."
GM says, "[Dimiter] but in the meantime your help is greatly appreciated and you will be blessed for your troubles."
Bodoni heads off with his sack to begin trying to sell off any of the figurines
John sticks to Renard
John says, "Who has sacks?"
Renard says, "What do we charge for them? How do we avoid being arrested by the heretics in control of this city? "
GM says, "you all going to stick together or actually spread out?"
Bodoni (How much should we sell this stuff for, GM?)
Bodoni (I'll spread out...)
Caralchis (i'll stick with Bodoni while he's spreading out)
GM says, "[Joseph] i'm not sure what they're worth, but i was thinking $20 for the big ones, $10 for the medium ones, and $5 for the small ones. of course, you may have to bargain a little."
GM says, "[Dimiter] these Arian heretics may be evil and heretical, but luckily for us they are also foolish."
GM says, "[Dimiter] they actually don't mind we Catholics preaching all we like!"
Bodoni scopes around with his one eye for potential buyers
John says, "Who has sacks?"
GM says, "it's also worth noting that these figurines are Christian images - common to Arians and Catholics alike."
GM [to johan]: there were four sacks of the figurines
Bodoni (I've got one..)
GM says, "joseph keeps two in a fit of optimism, leaving renard and johan with one as well"
Bodoni (Getcha, jesus figurines heah!! made by holy mountain dwellin' monks!! only 10 dollahs!! ;D)
Caralchis (I'm sure you want one! you don't want one? liar!! you WANT one!!!)
Bodoni (Heritic!!! you want one!!! You know you do!! Burn him!!! Burn the heritic!!! ;D)
Bodoni (We're gonna make awesome merchants Caralchis.. ;D)
GM says, "caralchis and bodoni make a great team. caralchis makes up some impromptu tales on the spot and tells them to passing cityfolk, who gather interested as bodoni scans them and goes around making his sales pitch"
Caralchis (don't I know it!)
GM says, "caralchis, make two Bard rolls and bodoni, make two Merchant rolls"
Bodoni rolls 3 + 0.
Result [6 4 4] = 14 + 0 = 14.
Bodoni rolls 3 + 0.
Result [4 3 3] = 10 + 0 = 10.
Bodoni (blew first.. made second by 2)
Caralchis rolls 3 + 0.
Result [1 2 4] = 7 + 0 = 7.
Caralchis rolls 3 + 0.
Result [1 3 5] = 9 + 0 = 9.
Bodoni (Whoowee!!! )
Caralchis (yeahh, I hope there wasn't a -5 modifier)
John Johan pours out the figurines and starts looking at them, sorting them by which ones he thinks looks prettiest.
John says, "This priest obviously isn't as smart as he looks if he can't tell that Johan's default Merchant skill is 3."
Renard watches Johan, then looks out at the people on the street, then back at Johan, and scowls.
GM says, "he doesn't look all THAT smart :)"
Bodoni (He's a preist, dude... he just figures you'll be given divine help or something. ;D)
GM says, "but in any case, bodoni and caralchis do quite well, selling about 100 figurines over the course of the day"
Bodoni (yeah!!! ::highfives Caralchis::)
Caralchis (hey bodoni.. maybe we should go into business!!
Bodoni (too right, man... we'd kick ass! :D)
GM says, "renard and johan spread their figurines out on the sack and start picking over them. some people walk by, curious, and one or two ask if they're for sale."
Bodoni (I can see Renard scowling... ;D "But these figurines!! By them NOW!!" ;D)
Bodoni (but=buy)
Renard says, "Indeed. They are made by pious monks in the mountains, and will confer holy blessings on the owner"
John gets frustrated and starts trying to intimidate people into buying one.
GM says, "renard makes a few sales in his honest-guy, straight-talking, no-frills style"
Caralchis (won't get anywhere that way :)
GM says, "after a couple of hours of mostly fruitless selling, with johan turning away more potential buyers than renard manages to coax into a sale, two large men wearing armor walk up to where you are working"
GM says, "the men cross their arms and glare, as a third man, larger still, steps forward"
John says, "Here. Buy some of these wooden things. They'll bring you good luck."
Renard stands still, watching the men's response to Johan
John pokes Renard, thinking this guy is a potential buyer.
GM says, "he walks between the first two and looks down at the figurines. he picks up one of the wooden figurines."
John pokes Renard again.
John is not sure how much that one is.
GM says, "[big guy] Hahahahaha! What have we here?"
Renard -- I feel like we're Asterix and Oberix (or whatever their names are) -- me the short one with the moustache, Johan the big strong one...
John giggles.
Renard says, "Sir, as my brother said, they are holy luck charms"
John says, "Prayer tokens, that one is one of my favorites."
GM says, "[BG] Artisans selling their wares in the town square? And HOLY ones no less? Hahahahaha!"
Renard ...
GM says, "the Big Guy crushes the figurine he is holding in his huge fist and hisses, "Here's what I think of your religion." He spits and drops the broken wood on the ground, grinding it into the dirt with his boot."
John says, "Look, you're gonna have to pay for that!"
Bodoni (Kick his arse, Renard! ;D)
Renard says, "Johan, wrap up the rest"
John looks very intimidating. NOT!
Renard steps in front of the rest of the figures.
GM says, "you notice two things at this point: all three men have long beards, and there are several more long-bearded men watching from not too far away"
John starts forcefully cramming them in the bag, breaking several.
John looks hurt emotionally.
Bodoni (Looks like our raider fellows that sacked Lugdunum..)
GM says, "the big guy tries to crush a few more figurines with his boot heel, and looks up, furious, when Renard gets in his way"
GM says, "[BG] Stand aside, fool!"
John says, "Tell me when I've got them back in the bag."
Renard says, "Sir, you cannot wantonly destroy the property of others. I'm sure the Lord of this city would not approve"
John stops and thinks for a minute about the word "wantonly" and giggles.
GM says, "BG unleashes another of his uproarious laughs."
Renard scowls
GM says, "[BG] the lord of the city! what's he going to do?"
John speeds up his pace at filling the bag.
Renard says, "Sir, the question is, what are you going to do?"
GM says, "[BG] the *praefectus* here is a pathetic weakling, now stand aside I said!"
John says, "How BIG is this guy? Bigger than me? [note: I'm overweight too]"
GM says, "all the long-bearded men you see are wearing hard leather armor on their torsos, and regular clothes elsewhere. boots on their feet."
GM [to John]: he's taller than you, not quite as heavy but it's distributed better. the other two are more like renard's size.
John groans.
John says, "What's my status on filling the bag?"
GM says, "oh, and they also have swords at their belts""
John is not afraid.
Renard [to GM]: what about the rest of the crowd?
GM [to John]: you break several, but you get the bag packed up while BG is sharing a laugh with Renard
Bodoni (This is outside the city proper, right?)
GM [to Bodoni]: nope, it's inside the walls
Bodoni (Then these guys MUST be bad news..)
GM [to Renard]: the other long-bearded folk are outfitted similarly
John says, "I wrap my fist around a small one, like a penny-roll."
Renard [to GM]: I'm talking about the *rest* of the crowd
John stands up and flings the sack over his shoulder.
GM [to Renard]: the cityfolk?
Renard [to GM]: ... yes
Renard [to GM]: they raising the alarm that we've been invaded, or what?
John says [to BG] "You should have more respect for the Gods.... or God". Johan looks confused.
GM [to Renard]: various styles of clothes are in evidence. from the loincloths of slaves to the togas of the well-to-do.
GM [to Renard]: not really; they're moving away, but keep watching the scene
GM says, "[BG] the Gods should have more respect for ME."
John looks worried a bit. "Are you a god?"
Renard says, "I guess we should be going, Johan"
GM says, "he gets tired of this and tries to push Renard out of the way"
Bodoni (wish I had my weapon and armor.. someone NEEDS to kick this guy's arse.)
Renard tries to dodge to the side. If he reaches for his sword, Renard will attempt to grapple that arm
GM says, "ok, roll your dodge then"
Renard dodges, with retreat....
Renard rolls 3 + 0.
Result [4 2 5] = 11 + 0 = 11.
John says, "now, Johan is REALLY mad."
GM says, "you step back and avoid his arm, and he steps up to johan. "Give me that sack.""
Renard says, "Brother, don't forget we are visitors in this city. We must be humble and polite amongst strangers"
Renard makes a quick fake lunge at the man, to distract him from Johan
Bodoni walks up the stairs, and you can't help but watch jealously.
John says, "Johan uloads on this aa-hole."
GM says, "BG ignores the lunge, and the other two grab Renard's arms and pinion him"
John says, "AOA to the face with a penny-roll punch."
John says, "no rolls?"
Renard [to GM]: I'm confused as to how close everyone is, and how I've not noticed their advances
John says, "no danger sense?"
John smiles.
GM sighs
John says, "by the way, that was an AOA at +4 to hit"
GM says, "ok, johan, YOU tell ME how DS should be handled here. seems to me you're putting yourself in danger."
John says, "I forgot how to roll the dice"
Renard [to GM]: I agree on DS.
John says, "I was teasing."
John says, "sorry"
John says, "I just though Renard would get a roll of some sort to avoid being pinioned."
John rolls 3 + 0.
Result [5 6 5] = 16 + 0 = 16.
John says, "Yuk"
GM [to Renard]: the three guys were standing fairly close. when BG swiped at you, you stepped to one side. he stepped forward. your attention was on BG and when you made this pathetic fake lunge they grabbed you. i can roll it out if you like but you don't have much chance of success here.
John says, "no problem. I was just a little confused."
Renard [to GM]: I wouldn't call anything I do inherently "pathetic". I would love to roll against my Sense to see that they were flanking me. I would love to roll my Dodge.
GM [to Renard]: i mean "pathetic" from the POV of BG :)
John says, "We've taken the note that we have no chance here"
John says, "if you're trying to save time, just declares us KOd or dead."
John smiles.
John says, "well, obviously I missed ridiculously. Shall we move on to round 2?"
GM sighs
John says, "?"
GM [to Renard]: ok, roll your, let's say, Vision
Renard rolls 3 + 0.
Result [6 1 1] = 8 + 0 = 8.
John giggles.
GM says, "good job. you noticed one of the other two moving up to support his boss. the other one is on the other side. do you have Peripheral Vision?"
John says, "It's not like we were surrounded. For christ's sake, give the guy a Dodge."
Renard [to GM]: how far away? is everyone else in the square forming a gawking circle around us? I'm not going to fake lunge into *two* guys. I get a dodge vs *each* attack
GM says, "how far away is WHAT?"
Renard [to GM]: who do you think? The three guys. I assume BG is right in front of me, and that one of the others ran up to support him, while the other is trying to flank me. So really, it's the third guy who's the unknown
GM [to johan]: well, the way i see, he is basically surrounded by three men, each as big or bigger than he is. and it's not like Renard is some combat veteran on a hair trigger.
John says, "1. It's also not like he wasn't expecting it. 2. What does size have to do with it???"
GM says, "ok, look, this is freakin' ridiculous. you guys are looking for more streamlined play and look where it gets you."
GM says, "i'm not trying to screw you over here, and we could be done with this encounter by now if we'd just proceeded."
John says, "I'm ready to proceed."
Renard [to GM]: we can discuss that later, because I disagree. But if you would just be verbose with the tactics, we could make the rolls. Also, we have no idea that we aren't just going to get SLICED, so we can't very well assume this is a quickie.
John says, "It should be noted that rolling a couple of dodges isn't too hard."
GM [to Renard]: you may assume in the future that i won't simply slice you to pieces without giving you any warning whatsoever
GM [to Renard]: which isn't to say johan isn't asking for it by throwing a punch, but that happened after the events in question
Renard [to GM]: I would prefer to play the character the way I think he will react, and not make assumptions about what God will do. And I agree about Johan throwing a punch - he could get us killed pulling that crap.
GM [to Renard]: fine, we'll talk about it later. now, if we CAN proceed... it's getting late.
GM says, "johan, as you indicated, you missed with your punch."
John says, "I was only punching because they grabbed you."
John says, "I think that's what Johan would do."
John nods.
GM says, "BG looks surprised. "By Beelzebub's brass balls, what are you doing!""
Renard [to GM]: is that a comment to Johan's missed punch?
GM says, "[BG] Give me the sack, NOW. And I'll let you both live."
GM [to Renard]: right
Renard steps backward, motioning for Johan to retreat, "Sir, you shall not accost us in the town square of a lawful city!"
John says, "Let go of my brother!"
John drops the sack in a defensive posture.
GM says, "BG ignores Renard and puts his hand on his pommel."
John says, "You won't kill him in cold blood!"
GM [to johan]: i'm not quite sure i know what that means... how do you drop the sack in a defensive posture?
GM [to johan]: he's facing YOU, dude
John says, "they are 2 separate actions."
Renard glances around to see what how 'cityfolk' are reacting
GM says, "you drop the sack... and adopt a defensive posture?"
John says, "Hey, Johan is trying to sum all this up."
John nods.
John says, "I assume they are still holding Renard."
GM [to johan]: ok. he picks up the sack.
John looks at Renard confusedly.
Renard assumes they haven't grabbed me
John says, "I thought they did. I would not have punched otherwise."
GM [to Renard]: the cityfolk are watching from a distance. you notice a couple of city guards among them, also watching.
GM [to Renard]: they grabbed you
Renard [to GM]: so I got a Vision roll, but no dodge?
GM says, "BG throws the sack over his back, gestures briefly to the men holding Renard"
GM says, "they release him and the three walk over to the other long-bearded men, where you see them ripping the sack open and destroying the contents gleefully. the crowd starts to disperse."
John [to Renard] Obviously we have to close down this encounter for the moment.
John says, "Let's head back to the church before there's more trouble."
GM says, "*** END SESSION ***"
-- End log: Thursday, August 3, 2000 12:15:38 am LunaSoft MOO time --